en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has announced the appointment of Andy Spencer as the independent chair of its UK Concrete division. Spencer brings extensive experience in industry, sustainability, and public affairs, taking on the role at a pivotal time for the sector.

Spencer succeeds Chris Leese, who will continue as MPA's executive chair. With over 30 years of experience in the materials industry, including 20 years at Cemex where he served as Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa before leaving, Spencer is well-known in the building materials sector for his work on industrial decarbonisation, stakeholder engagement, and policy development.

As the new chair of UK Concrete, Spencer will lead MPA's engagement with political, industry, and public bodies to promote understanding of the concrete industry's role throughout the building lifecycle, covering topics such as resilient design, long-term performance, and the energy transition. Concrete is currently vital for delivering the homes, schools, hospitals, workplaces, and infrastructure the UK needs, while the industry itself is undergoing transformation in response to evolving expectations around performance, resilience, and sustainability.

Commenting on his appointment, Spencer said that concrete is essential to delivering the UK government's growth ambitions, from 1.5 million new homes to major transport projects, nuclear expansion, and floating offshore wind—most of the infrastructure the country needs relies on this material. He aims to articulate the value concrete brings, not only in terms of its strength, durability, and resilience, but also the progress the industry is making on decarbonisation and innovation, as well as its socio-economic contribution to a more sustainable built environment.

MPA Executive Chair Chris Leese said that Andy brings a wealth of experience to the role and a deep understanding of the strategic issues and opportunities facing the concrete industry. At a time when the UK concrete sector needs a clear and confident voice, he is well placed to build on existing work, support member development, and deepen understanding of the industry's contribution to resilience, competitiveness, and the building of a more sustainable domestic industry.

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